Survived by son, Lowell (Norma) Evers, loving grandson, Brian (Julie) Evers, the love and delight of Gladys, great-granddaughters Brittany and Emily of the Britton area, grandson, Brett Evers, who is in the service, and sons, Brandon and Keith. Special niece, Diane of Indiana, brother-in-law, Rex, also special nephew, Michael (Kay) Hoover of Pittsford and many nephews and nieces.

In 1950 Gladys married the love of her life, Russell (Bill) Hoover and they lived in the Adrian area 47 years, in the home built by Bill. Gladys was a former associate of J.C. Penney’s downtown store. She was a lifetime member of Ladies Auxiliary VFW Post 1584 Adrian.

Gladys appreciated her parents’ talents. Her dad, a well-known race horse trainer who won his last race he drove at the Hillsdale Fair. Mom was accomplished on piano and organ. She played for silent movies. Bill and Gladys enjoyed many trips in their Airstream. After Bill’s retirement in 1983, they purchased a home in Florida and spent winters there until Bill’s passing. Gladys returned to Adrian full-time, enjoying her home and wonderful neighbors, spending many hours caring for her home. She enjoyed caring for her yard and garden.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, Nov. 12, 2012, at 10 a.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery in Ransom, Mich. Visitation will be held on Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.

You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralservices.com.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Lenawee County Humane Society. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.